Job Description

Job Description

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Assistant Professor – Finance / FinTech | University of Bristol (Mumbai Campus)

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ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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- The University of Bristol's Mumbai campus is an innovative extension of its prestigious UK counterpart,
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- established to promote academic excellence, global collaboration, and impactful industry engagement in one
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- of the world's most dynamic financial hubs. The campus offers a truly international and cross-cultural
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- academic environment, combining the University's rigorous academic traditions with the fast-evolving
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- Indian and South Asian business landscape.
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- As part of a growing global network, the Mumbai campus serves as a hub for interdisciplinary learning,
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- applied research, and thought leadership. Faculty members enjoy access to global partnerships,
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- cooperative research opportunities, and the ability to contribute to high-impact academic programmes that
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- prepare students to meet the challenges of an interconnected world.
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MAIN JOB PURPOSE

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The candidate will contribute to the delivery of high-quality teaching, assessment, research, and dissertation supervision across Finance and FinTech at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with particular contribution to the MSc Finance & Investment or MSc FinTech programmes.

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MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

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Teaching Responsibilities

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- Teaching at Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels, including assisting with lectures, tutoring, seminars, and computer lab sessions.
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- Acting as a personal tutor to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
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- Supervising UG or MSc dissertations in the relevant area.
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- Marking exams and coursework papers for graduate and undergraduate students; with curriculum development/enhancement in line with the school ambition/strategy.
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- Actively contributing to the function of the school by attending meetings and seminars and undertaking administrative duties assigned by the Head of School.
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- Proactive approach to professional development and scholarship.
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- Financial Modelling: Expertise in financial modelling, corporate finance, investments, risk management,
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- Excel/VBA, and preferably Python.
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- Research Methods & Dissertation Teaching: Strong quantitative research skills, experience with statistical software and financial databases, and the ability to teach and supervise postgraduate dissertations.
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- Large-Scale Data Engineering for FinTech: Expertise in cloud computing, big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop ecosystem), data engineering, and data management.
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- Introduction to AI & Data Analysis: Knowledge of AI/ML, data analytics, visualization, text analytics, and relevant programming/software tools.
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Administration Responsibilities

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- If needed, fulfilling the role of unit/course director or aiding unit/course director in the administration, development, and teaching of the relevant unit.
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- Responsibilities are likely to include administering graduate and undergraduate degree programmes in finance or similar, including new programme development, promotion and admissions; organising and monitoring delivery of units; overseeing the welfare of students; liaising with external examiners; and/or reviewing and revising programmes in accordance with school and faculty policy.
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- Making a wider contribution to the success of the University from their participation in faculty and University wide governance and development activities.
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- Other leadership and administrative duties as assigned by the Head of Group.
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RELATIONSHIPS

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Reporting Manager: Dean

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RELEVANT SUBJECT EXPERTISE

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- Expertise in Finance, FinTech, Data Science, or closely related disciplines.
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- Strong quantitative research, analytical, and financial modelling capabilities.
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- Experience with relevant statistical software, financial databases, programming, and data analysis tools.
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- Knowledge of AI/ML, data engineering, cloud computing, big data technologies, data visualisation, and text analytics.
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P ERSON SPECIFICATION

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Relevant Experience, Skills and Knowledge

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Internal Contacts

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- School and faculty staff
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- School undergraduate and / or post-graduate students
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- Staff and students in the wider university
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External Contacts

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- Research collaborators
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- Dissertation supervisors
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- External Partner Organisations
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Essential

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- Evidence of experience and ability to teach effectively at undergraduate and master's levels in a relevant discipline, including in small-group and/or lecture settings.
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- Evidence of a proactive approach to teaching and student engagement.
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- Evidence of taking initiative to improve students' learning.
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- Evidence of excellent organisational and administrative skills.
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- Evidence of responsibility for planning your own professional development.
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- Evidence of ability to contribute effectively to the administration and management of the department, school and faculty.
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- Experience of effectively supervising undergraduate and masters' projects and dissertations.
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Relevant Qualifications

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Essential

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- A Doctorate (e.g. PhD or expected to be completed by the start of appointment) in an appropriate discipline, which fits with teaching specialism/s.
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Desirable

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- HE teaching qualification.
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- Links with accreditation bodies.
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- Digital/Blended learning experience.
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- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
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Essential

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- Excellent interpersonal skills for collaborative working.
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- The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to different audiences.
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- Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
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📌 Assistant Professor - Finance/ Fintech (Mumbai)
🏢 University of Bristol Mumbai
📍 Mumbai